HR BUSINESS PARTNER (HRBP)

JOB SUMMARY

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The HRBP maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition.  The HRBP contributes to the development of workforce plans and has an understanding of external customer trends and issues in the industry that could potentially impact business. The HRBP is expected to utilize knowledge of various human resources functions to provide tactical support to line managers. Provides guidance to convert strategies into result driven actions. In addition, HR Business Partner acts as liaison with other HR functions. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Must possess one or more of the following:

Bachelor’s degree combined with 2 years of Human Resources Experience

Associate’s Degree combined with 4 years of Human Resource Experience

Preferred: SHRM/HRCI Certified Professional or Graduate Degree in Business/HRM.

Substantial knowledge of CA and Federal labor laws and practice.

Exceptional analytical skills to analyze data, identify issues, and trends and recommend solid solutions.

Intermediate proficiency with MS Word and Outlook. Advance Excel skills including writing formulas and using pivot tables preferred.

General business acumen; comfortable working with formulas and business math/concept.

 

LICENSES

Driver's License

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.

Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS SURROUNDINGS

spend time indoors in air-conditioned areas.

SITTING

on a regular basis

for prolonged periods

STANDING

infrequently

WALKING

infrequently

BENDING, TWISTING AND/OR STOOPING

infrequently

KNEELING AND/OR SQUATTING

infrequently

LIFTING

10 lbs to 25 lbs

infrequently

REACHING AND/OR LIFTING OVERHEAD

infrequently

CLIMBING

stairs

REPETITIVE HAND/FINGER MOVEMENT

infrequently

GRASPING/GRABBING WITH HANDS

infrequently

PUSHING AND PULLING

infrequently

EXPECTATIONS  GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

Devote himself/herself to insuring satisfaction to customers.

People oriented and results driven

Determine management, production and quality requirements by asking questions and listening.

Attend company meetings as required.

Maintain a follow-up system that encourages follow through with assigned projects.

Establish personal performance goals that are consistent with company standards of productivity and devise a strategy to meet those goals.

Review and analyze actions at the end of each day, week, month, and year to determine how to better utilize time and plans more effectively.

Understand the terminology of the business and keep abreast of technology changes in products and services.

Know and understand the federal, state and local requirements which govern the company’s business.

Follow lawful directions from supervisors.

Understand and follow work rules and procedures.

Participate in performance management.

Interact well with others and be a positive influence on employee morale.

Uphold the company’s non-disclosure and confidentiality policies and agreements.

Ability to work independently, with little or no supervision, but also as a team player in a collaborative environment.

Work evening, weekend and holiday work hours as required.

JOB EXPECTATIONS/DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Respond to employee inquiries.

Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.

Separation processing and exit interviews.

Consults with line management, providing HR guidance when appropriate. Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).

 

Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies.

Manages/participates and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations with employee complaints or concerns.

Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal as needed/required.

Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity, engagement and retention.

Facilitates, conducts and/or assists with in-house employee training system including training needs assessment, new employee orientation or onboarding, management development, cross-training, the measurement of training impact, and training transfer.

Embrace Core Values and foster culture with a positive, passionate, and creative approach.

Drafts memo, policies/correspondence when needed.

Develop and maintain strategic compensation plans, pay scales, total rewards programs and benefit packages. Coordinates implementation and provides guidance to management.

Perform classification reviews and analyses of a wide variety of job descriptions. Assist in the development and implementation of job evaluation methodologies and guidelines by which positions are evaluated.

Consult with departmental managers on classification and compensation reviews and issues.

Recruiting and selection processes; attend career fairs and recruiting events; promote Niello employment brand.

Create/audit job descriptions, policies, procedures and programs.

Review and update Employee Handbook ensuring legal compliance and established culture.

Track and analyze various HR metrics – reduce expenses and improve organizational effectiveness.

Maintain and audit HRIS for compliance; Prepares and analyzes reports for management as necessary or requested.

Assure compliance with Federal and State laws; legal and government reporting requirements including the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), California Family Rights Act (CFRA) Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), the Department of Labor, worker compensation, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Protects the interests of employees and the company in accordance with company Human Resources policies and governmental laws and regulations.

Proven, exceptional communications skills (written, verbal, and listening). Position requires conducting oral presentations, meetings, trainings, etc.

Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and handle sensitive issues professionally and appropriately.

Exceptional interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, as well as the ability to work well with a diverse workforce.

Performs other related duties as assigned.